African Peanut & Sweet Potato Soup {Cooked, Vegan}

Did you know that I finally returned to the U.S. after another six-month stint abroad? I was blessed to be able to leave in November 2015 and venture to Bali and Thailand for three months, then head to Africa afterward (for another three months) to help out with the non-profit Organics4Orphans.

As is true EVERY time I venture abroad, I enjoy the United States MUCH more afterward. You see, there are many good people in the U.S., but their voices aren’t being heard. And, mainstream media isn’t covering stories about kind-hearted individuals doing when they can to “be the change.” As a result, MOST people I’ve talked to think the country is falling apart.

But that’s not true. The country’s outdated foundation is crumbling, but activists like myself and YOU are rebuilding it. I KNOW this, not just because I have faith and can feel it, but because the majority of the people I know in America are encouraged to work toward a vision in which all people truly ARE free and able to afford things like healthcare, insurance, good food, and housing.

The contrast from being abroad helped me realize this with more clarity, and I truly AM glad to be back. I’m ready to help construct a positive legacy, what about you?

This week, I’d like to share with you a SUPER duper yummy soup that was inspired by my travels in Africa.